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12/29/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/30/2025 08:16

United Arab Emirates: Biotechnology and Other New Production Technologies Annual

Over the past decade, the UAE has strengthened its plant and animal biotechnology sector through institutions such as ICBA, Khalifa Center for Genetic Engineering, and Khalifa University, focusing on crop resilience, genetics, and genomics. Notable achievements include salt-tolerant quinoa, large-scale date palm tissue culture, and falcon genomics, supported by genebanks, seed conservation, and international collaborations. Federal Law No.9 of 2020 oversees genetically engineered products and labeling, helping advance sustainable agriculture and food security.
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